Technical Trainers for Environment Sectors – Peace Corps Malawi – Kasungu
Will work cooperatively with the Training Manager, Associate Director and all other training staff, S/he will be responsible for the Training of Volunteers from February through May 2016, based in Kasungu, living in a rural community
Applicants should have at least 3 yrs of progressively responsible experience in the technical areas of environmental conservation, natural resource management and agro-forestry
Diploma or Degree in related field, Demonstrate sense of maturity and professionalism, Be creative and innovative in presenting practical hands-on sessions, Adult training and extension methodology experience, Ability to work within the constraints and opportunities of an Integrated Village-Based Training Program, Strong computer skills with knowledge of Windows operating system and Microsoft office applications, Ability to work as a team member and have prior experience working in a multi-cultural setting, preferably with a US Govt Agency or other International Organisation, Proficiency in spoken and written English and Chichewa
Language/Culture Trainers – Peace Corps Malawi - Kasungu
3 months period and the duty station will be in Kasungu, will be responsible for fulfilling any tasks deemed essential by the language/Culture Coordinator and Training manager for the training occurring February through May 2016, will work under the supervision of the Language/Culture Coordinator and the Training Manager and in collaboration with Home Stay Coordinator and all other training staff
Should have at least 2 yrs progressively responsible experience in Chichewa, Chitumbuka, Chilambiya, Chiyao and Chitonga language Training and Cross-Culture, design and implement lesson plans, prepare and present structured Language/culture lessons, make and effectively s visual and other teaching aids in class, Those fluent in Yao, Sena, Chinyiha, Chinadali and Kyangonde will have an added advantage
Strong interpersonal/communication skills, Ability to solve most language and cross cultural problems, Ability to design and implement lesson plans, The ability to work as a team member and prior experience working in a multi-cultural setting, proficiency in spoken and written English, Strong computer skills with knowledge of Window operating system and Microsoft Word, Adult learning principles application, Knowledge of the history of Malawi and its cultural diversity, Adult training experience, Diploma or Degree in Education or its equivalent
Candidates who meet the above qualifications should send a detailed CV with cover letter that includes their qualifications, past work experience, professional references, diplomas/certificates and telephone contact information to InfoPeaceMw@peacecorps.gov Applications must reach the US Peace Corps not later than 5 pm on 28thNovember, The US Peace Corps is an equal opportunity employer.
